Sales Application Engineer – Sealing Technology

Angst+Pfister

. Identify and develop new business opportunities .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeLyon • FranceMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering with a strong commercial focus, particularly in sealing technologies. Proven ability to identify business opportunities, manage customer relationships, and expand market presence in France.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering DegreeSealing Technologies ExpertiseCustomer Relationship ManagementFluent in French and EnglishHunter Mindset for Growth

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Hard Skills

Sealing TechnologiesTechnical Drawing InterpretationProposal ManagementContract NegotiationProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCustomer Complaint HandlingCollaborationNetworking

Industry Keywords

Market ExpansionCustomer Decision-Making ProcessesO-RingsMolded PartsRotary Shaft Seals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and develop new business opportunities
Expand the customer base and strengthen Angst+Pfister’s market position throughout France
Develop and strengthen relationships with existing and potential customers
Manage the sales process from proposal through contract negotiation
Ensure profitability and optimal gross margins
Use knowledge of customer environments and needs to identify business opportunities
Lead customer relationship management
Handle customer complaints promptly and efficiently
Collaborate with product application engineers and internal teams
Visit clients and prospects regularly
Participate in external sales activities and expand the customer base

Requirements

What you’ll need

Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent, with strong commercial experience and skills
Extensive experience with sealing technologies, including O-rings, molded parts, and rotary shaft seals
Strong focus on the France market
Ability to build networks with purchasing and design departments
Understanding of customer decision-making processes
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Problem-solving ability and willingness to handle complex challenges
Hunter mindset focused on growth and market expansion
French native speaker
Fluent in English
Spanish is a plus
Based in France, ideally near Paris or Lyon
Willingness to travel and flexibility to meet customer expectations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote working and the option to work from the office in Villepinte
Flexible management of the working day and customer activities
Travel opportunities across France
Work with customers across a wide range of industries
Internationally active organization and collaboration with experienced colleagues, application engineers, and technical specialists
Opportunities to develop expertise in sealing technology and strengthen commercial capabilities
Career development opportunities
Independent responsibility for territory and activities